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The Pavilion Mid-Wales
The Pavilion Mid Wales in Llandrindod Wells is a dynamic venue for cultural events, offering everything from live performances and cinema to community activities. It’s a central spot for locals and visitors to enjoy the arts.
The Albert Hall
The Albert Hall in Llandrindod Wells is a historic venue offering a variety of events, including theatre, concerts, and community performances. It’s a cultural hub with rich history and diverse entertainment options.
Pen y Fan
Pen y Fan, one of Wales’ top walks, offers breath-taking views on clear days. Expansive rolling hills stretch endlessly, bordered by ancient, towering cliffs, providing hikers with a stunning natural landscape. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 32 miles (approx. 55 minutes by car)
Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
The Brecon Beacons National Park (now, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park) offers outdoor adventures, from hiking and cycling to exploring caves, waterfalls, and wildlife.
Experience unique landscapes, historic sites, and scenic views. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 17 miles (approx. 30 minutes by car)
Welsh Lavender Farm
Located high in the rolling hills north of the Brecon Beacons, Welsh Lavender is the perfect place to enjoy a day in the Welsh countryside, overlooking beautiful gardens, pond and fields of blue lavender. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 13 miles (approx. 25 minutes by car)
Warren Wood & Waterfall
Warren Wood, known for its iconic Water-Break-its-Neck waterfall, offers scenic walks through Victorian-style forests, with historical significance and picnic areas. Popular for over 200 years, it’s a perfect nature escape. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 15 miles (approx. 25 mins by car)
Dyfi Osprey Project
Visit the Dyfi Osprey Project to witness ospreys nesting and thriving in their natural environment, with expert guidance. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 45 miles (approx. 1 hour by car)
Falconry Experience Wales
Experience falconry with hands-on encounters, flying displays, and guided sessions in beautiful Welsh countryside. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 35 miles (approx. 1 hour by car)
Wales Ape & Monkey Sanctuary
Located in the Brecon Beacons, the Wales Ape and Monkey sanctuary rescues and cares for primates, African savannah cats, meerkats, wolves, and more. Visitors can see our work and support rescued animals living in safe, comfortable environments. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 30 miles (approx. 45 minutes by car)
Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfalls
Great for a full day out, Pistyll Rhaeadr is a stunning 240-foot waterfall in Powys, offering scenic walks and a nearby café. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 60 miles (approx 1 hour 40 mins in car)
Wyeside Arts Centre
Wyeside Arts Centre hosts live performances, cinema, and events, providing a vibrant cultural hub in Builth Wells. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 9 miles (approx. 15 minutes by car)
Llanerchaeron
Llanerchaeron offers historic gardens, wildlife, and Georgian architecture, providing a beautiful and peaceful escape in Mid Wales. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 35 miles (approx. 45 minutes by car)
Aberystwyth Arts Centre
Aberystwyth Arts Centre offers a range of performances, exhibitions, and workshops, showcasing diverse arts and culture in Wales. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 39 miles (approx. 1 hour by car)
Dragonfly Cruises
Dragonfly Cruises offer scenic boat trips along the River Wye, providing picturesque views and opportunities for wildlife spotting. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 31 miles (approx. 50 minutes by car)
Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre
Bwlch Nant yr Arian is a scenic reserve, offering walking trails, nature watching, and stunning views of the Cambrian Mountains. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 27 miles (approx. 45 minutes by car)
National Library of Wales
The National Library of Wales offers a vast collection of archives, books, and exhibitions celebrating Welsh culture and history. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 40 miles (approx. 1 hour by car)
MOMA Machynlleth
MOMA Cymru in Machynlleth showcases contemporary art exhibitions, offering a mix of visual arts, education, and community events. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 20 miles (approx. 30 minutes by car)
Black Mountain Adventure
Black Mountain Adventure offers outdoor adventures like climbing, abseiling, and white-water rafting in the stunning Brecon Beacons. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 25 miles (approx. 40 minutes by car)
Corris Caverns
Corris Caverns offers underground tours, a storytelling maze, craft studios, gin distillery, and a café for all ages. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 50 miles (approx. 1 hour 20 minutes by car)
The Spaceguard Centre
The Spaceguard Centre is the UK’s only observatory dedicated to monitoring Near-Earth objects, offering stargazing tours and asteroid exploration experiences. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 27 miles (approx. 45 minutes by car)
Alex Allpress Pottery School
Alex Allpress Gallery in Powys features contemporary art, focusing on paintings, ceramics, and sculpture from emerging and established artists. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 15 miles (approx. 30 minutes by car)
Hay Festival
The Hay Festival, hosted every year in May/June, is a renowned literary event celebrating authors, thinkers, and artists in the beautiful town of Hay-on-Wye. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 30 miles (approx. 45 minutes by car)
Gogerddan Wood
Gogerddan Woods offers beautiful walking trails through diverse woodland and wildlife habitats, perfect for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 10 miles (approx. 20 minutes by car)
Tregoyd Mountain Riders
Tregoyd Riding offers horse riding lessons and guided trail rides through stunning Mid Wales countryside for all abilities. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 10 miles (approx. 20 minutes by car)
Devil’s Bridge Waterfalls & Nature Trail
Devil’s Bridge Waterfalls offers stunning views, scenic walks, and historic bridges, with a visitor centre and cafe for refreshments. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 22 miles (approx. 35 minutes by car)
Alpaca My Boots
Alpaca My Boots offers guided alpaca trekking in scenic Mid Wales, allowing guests to walk alongside friendly alpacas in the beautiful countryside, providing a relaxing and memorable outdoor experience. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 24 miles (approx. 40 minutes by car)
Bike Park Wales
BikePark Wales offers an exciting range of mountain biking trails for all levels, set in stunning natural surroundings, and features top-notch facilities, equipment rental, and coaching services. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 51 miles (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes by car)
Dan-yr-Ogof National Showcaves
Showcaves offers guided tours of stunning underground caves, showcasing unique rock formations and fascinating natural history. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 43 miles (approximately 1 hour by car)
Small Breeds Farm Park
The Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre offers an immersive experience with a variety of birds and animals, including owls, perfect for families and wildlife enthusiasts. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 35 miles (approximately 50 minutes by car)
Gigrin Farm
Gigrin Farm offers thrilling Red Kite feeding experiences, showcasing breath-taking aerial displays. A must-see wildlife attraction in Wales. Distance from The Metropole Hotel & Spa: 17 miles (approximately 25 minutes by car)